
About MongoDB
The leading developer data platform for modern applications
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Theater District, New York, NY
- Over 1000 employees and $311.1 million in Series F funding
- Popular document-oriented database system with hundreds of millions of downloads
- Partnership with Patronus AI for automated LLM evaluation
MongoDB is a leading developer data platform headquartered in the Theater District of New York, NY. The company specializes in a document-oriented database system that stores data as JSON-like documents, making it a popular choice for modernizing legacy applications. With over 1000 employees and $31...
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MongoDB offers a comprehensive benefits package including equity and an Employee Stock Purchase Program, 20 weeks of fully paid gender-neutral parenta...
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MongoDB fosters a culture centered around open-source development and innovation. The company is committed to helping businesses modernize their appli...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
MongoDB is seeking a Lead Engineer for their Server Programmability team to enhance the core of their distributed database. You'll work on improving server development and building reusable software components. This role requires 2+ years of experience managing software engineers.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 2 or more years of experience managing a team of software engineers β you've successfully guided engineering decisions and fostered a collaborative team environment. Your strong technical judgment allows you to make effective choices that enhance the development process. You are passionate about building low-level reusable software components and improving the local server development experience. You thrive in a culture that champions inclusivity and diversity, and you understand the importance of collaboration in achieving team goals.
Desirable
Experience with distributed databases or open-source projects is a plus β you have a keen interest in enhancing programming models and improving performance. Familiarity with coroutines and modularization techniques will help you contribute effectively to the teamβs objectives.
What you'll do
As the Lead Engineer for MongoDBβs Server Programmability team, you will lead a group of engineers in building the core components of a distributed database. Your responsibilities will include improving the local server development experience and enhancing the programming model. You will work closely with your team to build low-level reusable software components that can be leveraged by other teams. You will also evaluate the feasibility of introducing coroutines to the server codebase, ensuring that the team operates efficiently and effectively.
You will champion a strong culture of collaboration and inclusivity within your team, guiding engineers in their professional development and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. Your leadership will be crucial in driving the teamβs initiatives and ensuring that the engineering fundamentals are applied effectively to deliver high-quality components.
What we offer
MongoDB provides a competitive salary range for this role in Canada, from $162,000 to $270,000 CAD, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer match. You will have the opportunity to work remotely within Canada, allowing for flexibility in your work environment. Join us at MongoDB and be part of a team that is changing whatβs possible for application developers, system architects, and database operators everywhere.
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